Parnell attending RGA gathering in Fla.

Parnell spokeswoman Sharon Leighow says Parnell is scheduled to moderate a panel of governors and experts discussing energy policy issues. She says he’s also set to address a luncheon, speaking along with New Mexico Gov. Susana Martinez. Leighow says Parnell intends to speak to the potential for America’s energy independence and Alaska’s role in that.

The gathering is scheduled for Thursday and Friday. Leighow says Parnell will be back in Alaska this weekend.